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▸ Cultural & Ethnic Festivals Minato

Zojoji Gyoki Memorial Festival

◇ When

April 2–7, 2027

Friday – Wednesday

◈ Price

Free entry

⌖ Where · Minato

Zojoji Temple, Head Temple of the Jodo Sect

東京都

浄土宗大本山 増上寺

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Zojoji's biggest memorial service for Honen, founder of the Jodo sect, runs from April 2 to 7. A procession of 200 to 300 monks, children and parishioners walks from the Daimon gate to the main hall, and bugaku court dance is offered on an outdoor stage.
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